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Name:
Williams, Crystal Dawn
Date of Booking:
03/08/2026
Reason(s) For Booking:
Hit and Run; Duty of Driver to Stop or Return to Scene of Accident
Simple Battery
Officer’s Narrative:
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On January 19th, 2026 at approximately 0433 I was dispatched to 2311 Hwy 411 (Chevron) in reference to an assault.
Upon my arrival I met with [VICTIM #1]. [VICTIM #1] stated she was playing the “ding ding” machines with her acquaintance Crystal. [VICTIM #1] said she asked Crystal for medication for back pain. Crystal handed [VICTIM #1] an unidentified pill and she took it willingly. [VICTIM #1] said she began feeling tired and dizzy. [VICTIM #1] said Crystal asked her to leave the store with her, but she does not remember where too. The two left in a black Toyota Camry. [VICTIM #1] did not have the license plate information.
[VICTIM #1] said she fell asleep in the vehicle and does not know what happened while they gone. [VICTIM #1] woke up as they returned to the Chevron. [VICTIM #1] said she checked her wallet and it was missing $600 in cash. [VICTIM #1] said she asked Crystal if she removed the money from her wallet and they engaged in a verbal argument. [VICTIM #1] said Crystal then grabbed her by the arm, causing bruising. The two then exited the vehicle. Crystal is seen pushing [VICTIM #1] into the side of the vehicle and striking her with an open fist on the right side of her face. I took pictures of [VICTIM #1]’s injuries with my body worn camera.
I then spoke to [WITNESS #1], who is an employee of the Chevron. [WITNESS #1] said Crystal and [VICTIM #1] come to the store often. [WITNESS #1] said she witnessed the incident on the security camera. Crystal pulled back into the Chevron and struck the wall of the Chevron causing significant damage. [WITNESS #1] saw the two exit the vehicle and begin to argue. [WITNESS #1] said Crystal then pushed and struck [VICTIM #1]. [WITNESS #1] said she did not have access to retrieve the video and she would have to wait until there was a manager.
Crysal has left the scene prior to my arrival. [VICTIM #1] said that Crystal resides at the Motel 6, but did not know the room number. [VICTIM #1] said that she and Crystal also work together at the Burger King on Hwy 411. There was no one at the Burger King at the time of the incident. [VICTIM #1] did not know Crystal’s last name and was unable to provide any other personal information. [VICTIM #1] refused medical care on scene. I am leaving this case active for further investigation.
[End of Narrative]
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Case History:
3/13/26
BOND SET — CRYSTAL DAWN WILLIAMS RELEASED ON SURETY BOND
What this means: Crystal Dawn Williams was released from custody after a bond was set in Bartow County. The bond was a surety bond — meaning a bail bondsman guaranteed the full amount to the court. The bond was set at $4,000, with Williams paying a portion to the bonding company. The bond document references the charges of Simple Battery and Hit and Run. Williams signed the bond agreement, and the Clark-Mill-Shaw bonding company is listed as the surety. As a condition of release, Williams is required to appear in court as directed — failure to do so could result in the bond being forfeited and a warrant issued for her arrest.
4/22/26
ACCUSATION FILED — TWO CHARGES AGAINST CRYSTAL DAWN WILLIAMS
What this means: The Bartow County Prosecutor’s Office, through District Attorney Eric J. Newton III, formally filed an accusation against Crystal Dawn Williams in Bartow Superior Court under Case No. SUCR2026000729. An accusation is a formal charging document — similar to an indictment — that officially sets out the crimes the state says Williams committed. Two charges were filed:
Count 1 — Simple Battery (O.C.G.A. § 16-5-23): Williams is accused of making physical contact of an insulting or provoking nature with another person.
Count 2 — Reckless Driving / Duty of Driver to Stop or Return to Scene of Accident (O.C.G.A. § 40-6-270, § 40-6-390): Williams is accused of failing to stop or return to the scene of an accident — commonly referred to as hit and run — and of reckless driving.
The accusation was filed during the February Term, 2026 of Bartow Superior Court. The case was investigated under Warrant Nos. CT0178650 and CT0178651, with OTN 8844353905. The filing of this accusation means the case is now officially moving through the court system.
5/26/26
ARRAIGNMENT SCHEDULED — CRYSTAL DAWN WILLIAMS
What this means: An arraignment has been scheduled for Crystal Dawn Williams on May 26, 2026 at 10:00 AM in Bartow Superior Court. At an arraignment, the defendant is formally read the charges against her and asked to enter a plea — typically guilty, not guilty, or no contest. This is a standard early step in the court process following the filing of the accusation.
5/26/26
ARRAIGNMENT HELD — CRYSTAL DAWN WILLIAMS ENTERS NOT GUILTY PLEA
What this means: Crystal Dawn Williams appeared for arraignment on May 26, 2026 in Bartow Superior Court under Case No. 26-729. At the arraignment, Williams waived a formal reading of the charges and entered a plea of Not Guilty. By pleading not guilty, Williams is contesting the charges and the case will continue moving toward trial. Williams marked that she would like to apply for a public defender. The court also issued a Calendar Call Notice advising that her case will be placed on the next available trial calendar.
5/27/26
STATE FILES DISCOVERY DISCLOSURE CERTIFICATE
What this means: One day after arraignment, the State filed a Discovery Disclosure Certificate in Crystal Dawn Williams’ case in Bartow Superior Court. Discovery is the process by which both sides share evidence and information before trial. By filing this certificate, the State is formally notifying the court that it has provided Williams with the evidence and materials it intends to use against her. This is a standard step in the pretrial process following an arraignment.
9/15/26
MOTION FOR DISCOVERY FILED — CHRIS PAUL ON BEHALF OF CRYSTAL DAWN WILLIAMS
What this means: Chris Paul, appearing as counsel for Crystal Dawn Williams, filed a Motion for Discovery in Bartow Superior Court. This motion requests that the State provide all evidence, witness statements, police reports, and other materials relevant to the charges against Williams. Discovery motions are a standard part of criminal defense — they ensure the defendant and her attorney have access to the evidence the prosecution intends to use at trial, as well as any exculpatory evidence (evidence that could help the defense). The filing of this motion indicates that Williams now has legal representation through Chris Paul.